The Father's Story Of Charley Ross: The Kidnapped Child (1876) - Hardcover by Books by splitShops

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by Christian Kunkel Ross (Author)

The Father's Story of Charley Ross: The Kidnapped Child is a book written by Christian Kunkel Ross in 1876. It is a true story of the abduction of Charley Ross, a four-year-old boy who was kidnapped from his family's home in Philadelphia in 1874. The book is written from the perspective of Charley's father, Christian Kunkel Ross, who recounts the events leading up to the kidnapping, the search for his son, and the aftermath of the tragedy. The book provides a detailed account of the kidnapping, including the ransom demands and the negotiations between the kidnappers and Charley's family. It also explores the impact that the abduction had on Charley's family and the wider community, as well as the efforts of law enforcement to solve the case. The Father's Story of Charley Ross: The Kidnapped Child is a gripping and emotional account of a tragic event in American history. It offers a unique perspective on the kidnapping, as it is told from the point of view of a grieving father who was directly involved in the search for his son. The book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the attitudes and beliefs of the time, as well as the challenges faced by law enforcement in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.